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HR 9

SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates April 18, 2025, as Two Lights For Tomorrow Day at the state capitol and commemorates the historic alert by Paul Revere in 1775

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Larry Bagley

Louisiana designates April 18, 2025 as "Two Lights For Tomorrow Day" commemorating Paul Revere's 1775 midnight ride, a symbolic historical recognition with no fiscal impact.

Taken by the Clerk of the House and presented to the Secretary of State in accordance with the Rules of the House.
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Bill Summary · HR 9

Legislative bill overview

HR 9 designates April 18, 2025, as "Two Lights For Tomorrow Day" at the Louisiana state capitol to commemorate Paul Revere's midnight ride and lantern signal from April 18, 1775. The bill was introduced by Rep. Larry Bagley and has completed the legislative process, being signed by the Speaker of the House and presented to the Secretary of State.

Why is this important

Commemorative designations like this serve symbolic purposes—recognizing historical events and their cultural significance. While nonbinding and carrying no fiscal impact, such resolutions reflect how legislators choose to frame state identity and historical memory for constituents.

Potential points of contention

  • Historical accuracy: Paul Revere's role in the 1775 event is debated by historians; Samuel Prescott and William Dawes also participated, and Revere was actually captured before completing the ride
  • Use of legislative time: Critics may question whether state legislatures should spend time on ceremonial designations versus substantive policy work
  • Vagueness of purpose: The phrase "Two Lights For Tomorrow" is undefined in the bill summary, leaving unclear what modern message or initiative this is meant to promote beyond historical commemoration

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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